Bruichladdich The Regeneration Project
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- Publiceret: Søndag, 26. marts 2023 14:17
- Skrevet af MacNiels
Bruichladdich arbejder efter filosofien ‘farmer first’ og på baggrund af dette, aftappet den første Islay rye whisky.
Hvorfor så rye whisky?
"Accountable for our impact from the ground up, we learned that rye is a beneficial crop which replaces essential nutrients which barley removes from the land. It not only improves soil health, but reduces the need for artificial input – keeping costs down for the farmer while being more environmentally friendly."
The Regeneration Project består af 55% Islay dyrket rug og 45% maltet byg. Kornet kommer fra Coull farm på Islay
Kornet er høstet i 2017 og destilleret samme år.
Aftapningen er 5 år gammel, og har lagt på first fill bourbon casks og first fill American virgin oak casks. Den er aftappet ved 50%
Noter (Bruichladdich):
Nose: Spice from the rye instantly comes through, accompanied with waves of liquorice, black pepper, cinnamon and nutmeg which also speak of the grain and showcase the unique characteristics that rye brings to the whisky. Toasted oak brings a resinous freshness, while chocolate limes add a touch of citrus to the heady mix. Overtime the Islay character is unmistakable, defined by maritime notes of the ocean, warm sand and delicate citrus and honey.
Palate: The softness of the whisky is counterbalanced by the rye’s spicy, peppery heat. Toasted Virgin oak brings sweetness with marzipan, vanilla and chocolate, beautifully complementing the spice of the rye and the citrus green fruit notes of the Islay grown barley. With real complexity, depth and contrast, a myriad of flavours are at play – each essential in telling the story of this unique exploration into distilling new grain.
Finish: While the nose and taste speak of the rye and its distinctive spicy, peppery profile, the finish is a homage to the oak, showcasing its delicate floral and fruity character. Sweet rich oak, ripe pear and green apple are followed by a delicate malty pastry, with vanilla custard settling on the finish.
Pris: £125,00